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‘Park After Dark’ winter hike offered at Lone Pine State Park

KALISPELL — On Wednesday, Feb. 16, from  7:30-9 p.m. experience Lone Pine State Park on a wintery night on this full moon hike. Moon views vary depending on cloud cover, but you’re guaranteed a nighttime adventure that experiences the park after hours. Be sure to dress for the weather. Trails are typically icy at this time of year, so wear micro spikes like Yaktrax if there’s snow on the ground. We’ll have snowshoes available if needed. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp. Call the visitor center at 406-755-2706, ext. 0, to register, as space is limited. Cost is $4 per hiker ($8 entry fee for non-resident vehicles).

 

‘Prepare to be Bear Aware’ education class offered at Lone Pine

 

 

KALISPELL — On Saturday, March 16, at 10 a.m. at Lone Pine State Park Visitor Center, you can learn safety tips and tools to keep people safe and bears wild as they emerge from their dens this spring. Join us as we share practical strategies designed to minimize bear-human conflicts and promote coexistence. From securing garbage bins to proper food storage techniques, we will share provide invaluable insights into creating bear-resistant environments. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and take action for the well-being of all. Registration is required as space is limited. There is no charge for this program. ($8 park entry fee still applies to out-of-state vehicles). For more information visit: fwp.mt.gov/stateparks/lone-pine or call 406-755-2706

 

All welcome to Easter service

RONAN - Faith Lutheran Church, 406 Fifth Ave. SW, invites all to their Easter Sunday service on Sunday, April 20, at 9 p.m. Refreshments will follow the service.

Arlee to hold free screening clinic

ARLEE — A free Developmental and Preschool Screening Clinic for children ages 0 to 5 for Arlee School District will be held on Oct. 29, 2024, from 9 a.m.–11:30 a.m. at Arlee Elementary School. This free screening will include gross motor, fine motor, language concepts, communication concepts, communication skills, hearing and vision screening. 

Call 406-726-3216 to schedule an appointment for your child’s screening or to receive more information.

Attend ‘Here Comes the Sun’ Concert

POLSON — The Polson Fairground Amphitheatre is the site of the “Here Comes the Sun” concert. This concert celebrates the sounds and songs of the Beatles at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 29. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Food trucks will be on site at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 each.

 

Church holds annual Craft Fair/Garage Sale

POLSON - The fourth annual vendor/craft fair and garage sale will take place from 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 301 16th Ave. E. A hot dog lunch will be available for $2 from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information call 406-250-1061. 

 

Country Jam, dances cancelled

POLSON — Our Classic Country Jammin’ scheduled for April 5, at the Elks Ballroom in Polson is cancelled until further notice. Wednesday night dances at the Elks’ ballroom in Polson are also cancelled until further notice. We pray that everyone is staying home and being safe. We do have to go out for essentials and that is okay. Lake City Bakery, McDonalds and Burgerville are open in Polson for take outs. We are all in this together and need to help each other wherever we can, physically or financially. Please encourage one another and we will all get through this. Don’t be prideful and not ask for help, if you really need it. This hardship we are going through may take a little time but if we all work together and for each other, it will pass. We hope to see you all again very soon.

Donation day planned at library

POLSON —Friends of the Library will hold their donation day on Nov. 2 for the month of November. You can donate up to two boxes of books per donation. Please make sure they are in good, clean condition. Visit: northlakecountylibrary.org and go to the “about us” tab and choose material donation policy for specific details.

 

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Thursday, October 16

Learn about Martin Luther's life

10/16/2014

RONAN — Pastor Seth Nelson of Faith Lutheran Church will offer a free, three-week course entitled “Martin Luther and his Legacy.” The course will cover the history of Martin Luther’s life and work and the reformation movement, which he started. The courses will be held on Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. in the basement, (Fellowship Hall), of Faith Lutheran Church on Oct. 9, 16 and 23. These courses are free to the public and all are welcome. For more information, feel free to call our office at (406) 676-2721.

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Learn productive work tools

10/16/2014

RONAN — The Mission Valley Sub-network of Missoula Businesswomen’s Network will meet at the Lake County Community Development Building, 407 W Main Street on Thursday, Oct. 16, from 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. 

Hobie Hare will share tips for creating more focus, balance, peace and productivity during the work day. C2 Business will sponsor the lunch. 

Please RSVP by Oct. 14 to: ldville@yahoo.com.

 

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Friday, October 17

AG producers invited to meeting

10/17/2014

RONAN — USDA Farm Service Agency, in partnership with the USDA Risk Management Agency and Montana State University will host an informational meeting on Friday, Oct. 17, from 8 a.m.- noon, at the Ronan Community Center, 300 Third Ave., NW. The meeting will cover important new from the Agricultural Act of 2014: price loss coverage; agricultural risk coverage programs; supplemental coverage option. A printable schedule of other meetings and local contact information is available at: fsa.usda.gov/Internet/FSA_File/2014mtusdamsufarmbillmtgs.pdf.

 

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Grange invites candidates to forum

10/17/2014

RONAN — The Round Butte Grange has invited political candidates to speak at the Rocky Mountain Museum on Round Butte Road on Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. Submit questions by Oct. 15 to: drenter@centurytel.net or 35451 Minesinger Trail, Polson. Questions will also be accepted at the door if they are submitted by 6:30 p.m. 

 

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Sunday, October 19

Film encourages healing

10/19/2014

RONAN — At 1 p.m. on Oct. 19 the Entertainer Cinema will show the Native American film, “Dakota,” where 38 riders retrace the 330-mile route from Lower Brule, South Dakota to Mankato, Minn. on the anniversary of the largest mass execution in US history. 

This film was created to encourage healing and reconciliation. If you have questions, call the FRHRC at (406) 745-4259 or (406) 745-3303

 

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Monday, October 20

Women’s club sponsors blood drive

10/20/2014

RONAN — The Ronan Women’s Club is sponsoring a blood drive on Monday, Oct. 20, from 2-6 p.m. at the Ronan Sacred Heart Parish, 35933 Round Butte Road. To schedule your appointment or for more information, call (406) 543-6695.

 

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Wednesday, October 22

Flu shots available in Ronan

10/22/2014

RONAN — The Lake County Public Health Department will be offering flu shots to the public at Ronan Senior Center on Wednesday, Oct. 22, from 1– 2:30 p.m. The cost is $25. Seniors, please remember to bring your Medicare Part B coverage cards as that will pay for your flu shot.

You may also get your flu shot at our walk-in immunization clinic held every Tuesday afternoon from 1-4 p.m. or you may call and schedule an appointment. The Lake County Public Health Department is located at 802 Main Street in Polson. Call (406) 883-7288, with your questions.

 

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Thursday, October 23

Learn about Martin Luther’s life, legacy

10/23/2014

RONAN — Pastor Seth Nelson of Faith Lutheran Church will offer a free, three-week course entitled “Martin Luther and his Legacy.” The course will cover the history of Martin Luther’s life and work and the reformation movement, which he started. The courses will be held on Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. in the basement, (Fellowship Hall), of Faith Lutheran Church on Oct. 9, 16 and 23. These courses are free to the public and all are welcome. For more information, feel free to call our office at (406) 676-2721.

 

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Saturday, October 25

Entertainer to show special movie

10/25/2014

RONAN — At 1 p.m. on Oct. 25, the Entertainer Cinema will show the Native American film, “Winter in the Blood.” This film is based on the novel by James Welch and filmed on the Hi-Line in northern Montana. It tells the story of a man on a modern-day vision quest who recovers his true identity, renewing the bond between himself and the land and makes peace with the winter ghosts that haunt him. Alex and Andrew Smith directed this film and you can visit with the crew after film. Like the FRHRC at: www.facebook.com/Frhrc2 or follow them at: frhrc2.wordpress.com.

 

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Pork, music, more enjoyed Bockman Park

10/25/2014

RONAN — Friends of Ronan Parks and Trails will host a pig roast on Saturday, Oct. 25, to support the “Playing it Forward” woodlands play project. The project will provide culturally relevant, interactive play gear in Bockman Park. The roast begins at 2 p.m. and ends at 5 p.m. A $5 donation is requested for the pig roast, live music and other activities. To purchase tickets, call Ronna Walchuk at the Ronan Flower Mill: (406) 676-5323.

 

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